Solanum lycopersicum. aka Grappoli d’Inverno Ramallet. This tomato comes from Puglia in Southern Italy and is regarded as an authentic heirloom variety, also known as Pomodoro Galatina. They are renowned for their use in traditional Italian tomato sauce, but they are also delicious when dried and incorporated into various Italian dishes and bread.
Thicker skins encase juicy interiors that gradually dry off the vine. As the moisture content decreases, the flavour intensifies, becoming sweeter and more tart until the fruit resembles sun-dried tomatoes. These “grapes of winter,” known for their bold and tangy taste, originate from Italy. Compact bush plants make them an excellent choice for small spaces and container gardens.
Ramallet tomatoes, called so in Spain, are also known as winter tomatoes or piennolo tomatoes in Italy. This unique class of Mediterranean heirloom tomatoes grows in clusters or tresses. At the end of the season, these tresses are strung up and stored at room temperature, allowing both ripe and unripe fruits to ripen gradually.
With thicker skins than typical tomatoes, they store well and develop concentrated flavours as they dry. These versatile fruits are perfect for fresh eating, transforming into sun-dried tomatoes, or making rich sauces. If you’re passionate about self-reliance and enjoying delicious, homegrown food year-round, Ramallet tomatoes are an ideal choice—especially for short-season climates with long winters!
Grappoli d’Inverno means ‘bunches of winter’ in Italian.
These heritage seeds are available directly from Garden Faerie Botanicals in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. The collection features heirloom and heritage seeds that are personally cultivated organically without the use of any chemicals. Emphasizing historical, rare, non-GMO seeds, this selection preserves biodiversity through open-pollination.
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